Submitted by Pat Wallace
Henry County Chamber of Commerce
One of the criteria for a person to receive the Patrick Henry Award, the most prestigious given in the county, is that the person has made a tremendous contribution to the betterment of the county and that the overall involvement of this person be without fanfare.

Gardening makes sense! Growing your own vegetables makes you feel self-sufficient and provides fresh, healthful food for you and your family.
Your surplus crop can be frozen, canned, or stored in cool, dry locations for enjoyment and nourishment throughout the year. Your good labors in the garden can reward you with lower grocery bills, plus you’ll have the peace of mind knowing exactly what care has been taken of the food.

Elijah Montero, 10, is a 4th grader.
Principal Mike Doran said one of the things that makes Elijah student of the week is his participation in the principal’s vegetable club. He even eats the Brussels Sprouts.How do you show your Eminence Warrior pride?
By playing football. I really want to win for the school. Elijah is a running back for the 2010 champion Redskins team.

Chance Morris, 10, is in the 5th grade.
Principal Lane Morris said he selected Chance because of his work ethic. “He has a great attitude and has made outstanding progress,” he said. “He will be stellar in middle school.”

What is your favorite outdoor
activity?
Chance’s favorite outdoor sport is football and he plays all positions for the Chiefs. “I like a lot of stuff outside except soccer,” he said.

Just what direction Henry County will take to provide animal services remains to be seen.

Magistrate Roger Hartlage, appointed in January by Henry County Judge-Executive John Logan Brent to lead the county’s animal control committee, said by e-mail that the first meeting has taken place, and there are many options.